Canvas Print : Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell - Boys at Drill
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Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell - Boys at Drill
Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell. Boys perform a drill exercise holding dumb-bells
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14229012
© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bells Drill Dumb Exercise Orphan Orphanage Orphans Perform Stockwell Welfare Childrens
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Spurgeons Orphanage Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home decor. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a group of boys from the Spurgeons Orphanage in Stockwell, London, engaging in a drill exercise. Each boy holds a dumbbell, their determination and focus palpable in this striking photograph. The black-and-white composition not only transports us back in time but also adds an element of timeless sophistication to any room. The high-quality canvas print boasts vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a stunning visual experience. Elevate your space with a piece of history and inspire a sense of resilience and perseverance with this captivating print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Spurgeons Orphanage in Stockwell, London, as a group of young boys diligently perform a drill exercise with dumb-bells. Established in 1867 by Dr. Thomas Barnardo and named after the renowned social reformer, Dr. Anglican D.C. Spurgeon, the orphanage provided a refuge for thousands of destitute children over the years. The boys in the image, dressed in neat uniforms, display a sense of discipline and focus as they execute the drill moves in unison. The dumb-bells in their hands were likely used for strength training, part of the rigorous physical education regimen that was a cornerstone of the orphanage's approach to childcare. Spurgeons Orphanage was renowned for its progressive methods, which emphasized the importance of education, training, and moral development. The boys were taught a range of skills, from reading and writing to shoemaking and farming, to prepare them for a successful transition into adulthood. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children at Spurgeons Orphanage during the late 19th century. It serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that charitable institutions played in providing care and support for vulnerable children in need, and the enduring impact of their work on generations of young lives.
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